Good stories. Good food. An evening together.
Join us for BBQ, live music, and stories that bring us together. Our next gathering is October 8 at County Line on Bee Caves Road.
Our next gathering
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Bridges: Stories of Hope
Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 6:30–8 p.m.
County Line on Bee Caves Road
An evening of BBQ, live music, and stories about the people who help us find our way forward. Bring a friend and join us around the table.
Benefiting NOVI, restoring childhoods disrupted by war. NOVI equips adults to support children affected by conflict.
BBQ dinner included · Non-meat options available · Drinks sold separately
Who we are
Gather around a table for local storytellers, live music, and good food. Hearing one another’s stories builds connection, empathy, and hope.
Each gathering supports a nonprofit making a difference in people’s lives. A full BBQ dinner is included, with non-meat options available. Drinks are available for purchase.
Stephen Finkel has been co-producing the Westlake Storytellers since 2023. He is a local storyteller who is passionate about bringing communities together through story, music, and food! He believes that transformation and empathy can happen in our lives when we hear part of our own story… in someone else’s.
Our partners
Helping children and teens navigate a parent’s serious illness or injury.
Mexican American tenor Kevin Arratia-Diaz is a versatile musician whose performances span opera, musical theatre, mariachi, jazz, and popular music. He has appeared on fashion runways, in European artist programs, and with multiple opera companies. Known for both technical skill and emotional depth, Kevin has sung numerous operatic roles and premiered new works.
Learn More
YoungLives aims to introduce pregnant and parenting teenagers to healthy, positive relationships of support and care.
Miracle Foundation's mission is to empower vulnerable children to reach their full potential, with a vision for a family for every child in our lifetime.
Supporting young people in Austin with housing, counseling, education, and employment services.
Restoring childhoods disrupted by war
In the Media
Click here to read a story by Journalist Harshitha Anaparthy from the Daily Texan
Walking alongside Afghan families as they learn English, build relationships, and settle into life in Austin.
Contact Us
Interested in becoming a story teller or want to get in touch? Contact us using the form.
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